Personnel Security Specialist - SR with Security Clearance

System High Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

System High Corporation is seeking a Senior Personnel Security Specialist to support SAP facilities and ensure compliance with NISPOM and DoD policies. The role involves managing security records, processing PARs, and maintaining quota rosters, with an emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate will have TS clearance, DoD security experience, and leadership abilities to guide a security team while engaging cross-functionally with program managers and intelligence activities.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of multiple DoD and service security references and instructions.
• Experience with NISPOM, DOD 5205.07 Vol 2, and JAFAN is valued.
• Experience leading a security team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and update personnel security data within SAP/JSFPO processing.
• Track clearance status, SAP access, training records, and PIFs.
• Process PARs and related documentation per JADE SOP.
• Manage program quota roster and reporting numbers for the Program Manager.

Skills

NISPOM knowledge

DOD security regs

Top Secret clearance

Program security management

Leadership experience

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description System High Corporation delivers the most advanced protection and secrecy solutions to secure and strengthen critical missions, programs, operations, and intelligence activities. We are seeking a Personnel Security Specialist Sr. to join our team to help contribute to our success and help us solve problems with innovation through intelligence. The Personnel Security (PERSEC) Specialist will provide support to personnel with any personnel security requirement within Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF) in accordance with the NISPOM and DOD 5205.07, Volume 2. The Personnel Security Specialist will perform the following responsibilities:

• Administer and update information on the Clients Security Databases
• Track and maintain all PERSEC information to include clearance status, SAP access, security training records, personnel information files (PIFs) and visit certification (VAR)
• Process incoming Program Access Request (PAR) and associated documentation through the JSFPO Processing to include following the processing requirement found in JADE SOP
• Manage program quota roster
• Maintain tracking numbers for month reporting by the Program Manager
• Other duties are assigned Required Skills (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
• Thorough knowledge of multiple DoD and services security references, regulations, and instructions pertaining to personnel security, especially the NISPOM and DOD5202.07 Vol 2., also JAFAN experience is valued.
• Experience leading a security team preferrable
• Ability to constructively engage and resolve challenging situations
• Available to work before/after typical office hours as work may demand
• Independent self-starter, proactive and professional assertive
• Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Superior verbal/written skills and presentation skills
• Ability to multitask Qualifications Department of Defense Clearance:
• Top Secret Education/Experience:
• Masters Degree and 10 years of Relevant experience OR
• Bachelors Degree and 14 Years of Relevant experience Additional Information

System High is a Military friendly employer. Our extensive work on behalf of the U.S. government offers those who have served in uniform an opportunity to continue to serve their country in a new and exciting way while enjoying a successful civilian career.

System High values the power and strength of diverse backgrounds on the culture and performance of our company. We strive to maintain an inclusive culture to encourage each employee to bring their whole self to the mission.

System High Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

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